With 24 of 30 races completed and just six races remaining, the 2025 Kwik Fit British Touring Car Championship is building to a thrilling crescendo as the series prepares for its penultimate event at the Silverstone National Circuit in just over a week (20/21 September).
Drivers' Championship - Ingram Extends His Lead
The battle for the coveted BTCC crown has crystallised into a compelling two-horse race between championship protagonists Tom Ingram and Ashley Sutton, with the latest race weekend at Donington Park GP pivotal in the title fight.
Ingram has emerged as the man in form, extending his championship advantage following a masterful weekend at Donington Park GP. The Team VERTU driver now leads the standings with 377 points, having built a 32-point cushion over his closest rival. The 2022 champion's consistency and racecraft have been the hallmarks of his campaign, with his ability to extract maximum points across a full race day setting him apart from the chasing pack.
Sutton remains very much in the hunt with 345 points, and the NAPA Racing UK star will be determined to close the gap heading into the business end of the season. Despite trailing Ingram, Sutton's championship pedigree and proven ability to perform under pressure make him a formidable opponent, not forgetting that a title triumph would make the #116 the most decorated BTCC driver of all time.
Coming away from the Leicestershire-based circuit, the championship leader is one podium away from his personal single-season record (17), whilst four behind the all-time single-season record of 20, set by his title rival Sutton in 2023.
In terms of points, Ingram sits only 17 off of his title-winning season total of 394, and 23 points behind his personal single-season record of 400 (2023). With 134 points still on offer, the #80 is 69 points behind the all-time single-season record, once again held by title rival Sutton with 446 in 2023.
The gap between first and second may seem significant, but with the TOCA Turbo Boost regulations and the unpredictable nature of the BTCC, nothing is decided yet. Both drivers know that a single incident or mechanical failure could dramatically alter the championship picture.
Behind the leading duo, Dan Cammish occupies third place with 264 points, celebrating his 200th BTCC race in style with victory in round 23 last time out at Donington Park GP. Daniel Rowbottom holds fourth with 248 points, whose career win total has increased by 150% this season, while Jake Hill, last year's champion, sits fifth on 225 points.
Donington Park GP - The Latest Chapter
The most recent round at Donington Park GP (30-31 August) proved to be a significant weekend in the championship narrative. Team VERTU’s Ingram celebrated a successful weekend that saw him and teammate Tom Chilton bag the team’s sixth and seventh wins of the 2025 season.
The weekend produced classic BTCC racing, with Cammish taking a fantastic victory in Round 23 as he marked his 200th BTCC race in memorable fashion. The contest was notable for one of the most bizarre moments of the season when a flash downpour struck late in race two. Many of the race leaders shot through the gravel and grass on the exit of McLeans with only two laps to go, giving us one of the sights of the season.
Team VERTU's double delight at Donington has strengthened its position at the top of the championship standings, with the EXCELR8-run team looking increasingly confident as they hope to win both the Drivers' and Teams' championships.
Looking Ahead to Silverstone
As the championship heads to Silverstone for Rounds 25, 26, and 27, both Ingram and Sutton know that the next weekend could prove decisive. With just six races remaining, every point will be crucial in this absorbing title fight.
Silverstone's high-speed nature and multiple overtaking opportunities promise to deliver the kind of spectacular racing that BTCC fans have come to expect. For the 2022 Champion, maintaining his points advantage will be key, while the four-time champion needs to start chipping away at the deficit if he's to mount a successful title challenge.
The stage is set for what promises to be a thrilling climax to the 2025 BTCC season, with Ingram holding the advantage but Sutton refusing to give up the fight. With the championship still mathematically open and the unpredictable nature of touring car racing, anything could happen in the final six races of what has been a captivating season to date.
